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Lush Layers: Creating a Sumptuous Floral Still Life with Jessica Watts. 2 Day Course 16/17th Sept


Join Jessica for a playful and immersive 2 days of impasto acrylics and mixed media, where you’ll discover the techniques behind her unique textured floral works.


Layering is the key to transforming a simple composition into a complex, rich artwork full of depth, texture, and vibrancy.

Delve into the process of progressive material layering and palette knifing, to add surface texture and a tangible depth to your artwork in this vibrant and fun class.


By building your painting intentionally, you’ll create an artwork that feels dimensional, alive, and full of character.

Artists of all levels welcome.

What You’ll Learn: 

1. Foundations & Composition

Using collage to plan your floral composition

Techniques for applying a background layer to create a starting point

2. Blocking In & Colour Harmony

Sketching out floral shapes over your background

Tonal underpainting

3. Progressive Media Application

Building up layers of color, texture, and depth

Practical tips on colour mixing

4. Thick Impasto Techniques & Final Touches

Applying bold, textured strokes with a palette knife

Using palette knives to create sculptural, dimensional highlights for a striking finish

Total price for this 2 day course, includes all materials and morning teas and lunches

$770 aud


nb Usual small print applies. We are unable to offer a refund or exchange should you book and then become unavailable to attend. You can happily give your place to a friend. Please respect the small nature of our business and that of the artists we are booking to bring you these events and opportunities. We appreciate your understanding.

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